Pair of Antique Elm Yoke Back Side Chairs Stool Families would honour their ancestors

Families would honour their ancestors by lighting joss sticks and placing offerings in front of their portraits

This lovely little table would make a great console in a hallway

with its impressive size and proportions

Height 31cm

representing scenes from Chinese legend or popular stories

Pair of Antique Elm Yoke Back Side Chairs Stool Families would honour their ancestorsShanghai, circa 1890 This stylish pair of chairs was produced in Shanghai towards the end of the nineteenth century. The design is quite plain, almost contemporary, compared to many similar chairs but this pair still have the classic headrail overhanging curved side posts and subtly 'S' shaped backrest features that are so distinctive of Chinese yoke back chairs. The seats are generous, with the central panels fitted flush with the outer frames. The